2-9
=
2.3
Tow Cable Specifications
Armored tow cables are used to connect and tow the vehicle. Different lengths are available and include
a single conductor and a shield. The cable is terminated by an MCIL6F female wet-pluggable connector on
the tow vehicle end and either an MCIL4M male wet-pluggable connector for connection to the topside
processor or an open termination for direct connection to the slip rings of a winch. A cable grip is included
for attaching the tow cable to the towing arm of the tow vehicle.
2.3.1
Armored Tow Cable Specifications
EdgeTech currently offers three types of armored tow cables for use with the 2050-DSS system. Contact
for further details and options.
SPECIFICATION
VALUE
Construction
Steel Armored
Grip Type
PMI (wet end)
Cable Diameter
17.4 mm (0.68 in)
Weight In Air
1030 kg/km (693 lb/kft)
Weight in Seawater
823 kg/km (553 lb/kft)
Specific Gravity
5.2
Breaking Strength
178 kN (40,000 lbf)
Maximum Working Load
44 kN (10,000 lbf)
Minimum Bend Radius
36 cm (14 in.)
Voltage Rating
3,000 VDC
DC Loop Resistance
6.7 Ω/km (2.1 Ω/kft) Total
Table 2-4: Armored Cable A309183 Specifications
SPECIFICATION
VALUE
Construction
Steel Armored
Grip Type
PMI (wet end)
Cable Diameter
11.4 mm (0.45 in)
Weight In Air
469 kg/km (315 lb/kft)
Weight in Seawater
379 kg/km (255 lb/kft)
Specific Gravity
5.4
Breaking Strength
71.2 kN (16,000 lbf)
Maximum Working Load
17.8 kN (4,000 lbf)
Minimum Bend Radius
23 cm (9 in.)
Voltage Rating
1900 VDC
DC Loop Resistance
16.7 Ω/km (5.1 Ω/kft)
Table 2-5: Armored Cable A392799 Specifications
